Beginner and Introductory
Orchestras
Third Street's Orchestras program brings young instrumentalists together for inclusive, ensemble-based music-making in a friendly environment. With three beginner or introductory level orchestras to select from, virtually all musicians will find the right place for themselves to create beautiful music with their peers.
Playing in orchestra provides an incredible opportunity for students to enrich their music education and gain valuable social experiences by making music on a grand scale with their peers. With multiple orchestras, young musicians starting at age five at all levels of beginner, are guaranteed to find a home in one of our ensembles.
Overture Orchestra
Introductory
String Orchestra
Open by Audition for ages 5-9
Repertoire Level: Completion of Suzuki Book 1 with entry into Book 2
Designed as a "first" experience in ensemble playing, In Overture students learn to follow a conductor and develop leadership skills within the group; increasing independence, reading skills, and aural/visual coordination.
Conductor:
Steven Rochen
Schedule:
Saturdays at 9:30am
Performance Venue for 2023-24:
St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery
In-Person Auditions Saturday, Sept 9, 2023
Video Auditions for 2024 Now Being Accepted through February 2, 2024!
Submit video audition and details HERE!
Price: $275 annually as an add-on activity to individual lessons at Third Street. $840 annually for all others.
For More Details Contact:
Ivan Antonov
Assistant Director
Music and Dance School
ISO at Third Street
Carnegie Hill
Beginner/Intermediate
Mixed Ensemble Orchestra
Open by audition for ages 7-12
Repertoire Level NYSSMA level 3-4
Carnegie Hill brings young instrumentalists, professional section coaches, expert conductors, and exceptional concert experiences together for an exciting and impactful introduction to the orchestral experience.
Conductor:
Steven Rochen
Schedule:
Mondays at 4:45pm
Performance Venues for 2023-24:
Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Frederick P. Rose Hall
In-Person Auditions Saturday, Sept 9, 2023
Video Auditions for 2024 Now Being Accepted through February 2, 2024!
Submit video audition and details
HERE!
Price: $1,125 annually as an add-on activity to individual lessons at Third Street. $2,250 annually for all others.
For More Details Contact:
Ivan Antonov
Assistant Director
Music and Dance School
Con Spirito
Orchestra
Beginner/Intermediate
String Orchestra
Open by Audition for ages 9-14
Repertoire Level:
Completion of Suzuki Book 3 (violin, viola, cello) and Book 2 (bass)
An exploration in sound! Building on the foundational skills learned in Overture, Con Spirito students enjoy playing the repertoire of many styles and traditions. The group focuses on advanced bowing skills, the ability to play independent musical lines and dynamic interpretation.
Conductor:
Steven Rochen
Schedule:
Saturdays at 10:30am
Performance Venue for 2023-24:
St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowery
In-Person Auditions Saturday, Sept 9, 2023
Video Auditions for 2024 Now Being Accepted through February 2, 2024!
Submit video audition and details HERE!
Price: $275 annually as an add-on activity to individual lessons at Third Street. $840 annually for all others.
For More Details Contact:
Ivan Antonov
Assistant Director
Music and Dance School
Steven Rochen
Conductor
Steven Rochen has enjoyed nurturing and encouraging musicians of all ages and at many levels of accomplishment. Through teaching, composing, and directing young musicians, he has worked to instill a love for music and performing while encouraging excellence. Rochen has worked to create and nurture orchestral and chamber music programs in private and music schools, summer festivals and colleges. His work as a violin and viola teacher, chamber musician and orchestral player has served to shape his approach to conducting. He enjoys performing in many different musical styles which has included work recording with an indie band and performing and recording in a band celebrating folk music and Americana.
Enjoy a recent Saturday Orchestras Concert
including performances from Con Spirito, and Overture
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Monday-Friday: 8:30am-9:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am-5:30pm
Sunday: 8:30am-5:00pm
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